The team at Bratschi Ltd is praised by clients for its ‘in-depth knowledge of the whole transaction, development and construction phases.’ The firm advises on domestic and cross-border construction projects across industries including hospitality, healthcare and energy. Regulatory and risk advice, contract drafting and dispute resolution form the core of the firm’s offering. The team is co-led by Markus Aeschbacher, a specialist in real estate transactions and construction contracts, as well as related contentious proceedings, and Thomas Schönenberger, who acts for developers, asset managers and private individuals across the spectrum of real estate and construction matters. Ulrich Keusen has experience in overseeing public and administrative law proceedings, including appeals, as they relate to construction and planning matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'We appreciate their fast responses and the quick recognition of correlations.'
- 'My experience with Bratschi is very positive. I have always benefited from the best service and legal advice. I achieved a lot in the cases I trusted the Bratschi team with.'
- 'In depth knowledge of the whole transaction, development and construction phases, as well as building management, specifically land leases, Switzerland-wide.'
- 'Strong negotiation skills: they look at matters from different standpoints in order to conclude a smart negotiating position.'
- 'For us, Bratschi is like a travel companion. The relationship is based on trust, respect and shared goals. Their professionalism and broad range of expertise help us provide better service to our investors. The approachability of their partners is something rare in this brunch.'
- 'Special mention goes to Markus Aeschbacher. We have been working with him for years, and his pragmatism, sharpness, broad vision and extensive experience in matters related to all the themes of construction and real estate are of great value to us.'
Key clients
- Generali Italia SpA
- Intershop Management AG/Intershop Holding AG
- Realstone SA
- Pensimo Management AG
- Merck & Cie.
- DPR Constructions
- Blumer-Lehmann AG
- ETH Eidgenössisch Technische Hochschule
- Spitalanlagengesellschaft Spitalregion Fürstenland-Toggenburg
- Meier Tobler AG
- Genossenschaft Migros Ostschweiz
- Arbonia AG
Work highlights
Advised Realstone SA on the acquisition and development of the Horgen Oberdorf site on Lake Zurich.
Assisted the Laudinella Hotel Group with the redevelopment of a lakeside hotel on Lake Thun.
Assisted HOCH Health Ostschweiz and Stiftung Ostschweizer Kinderspital on a hospital redevelopment in St. Gallen.
Lawyers
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Markus Aeschbacher; Thomas Schönenberger
Other key lawyers
Ulrich Keusen; Lukas Wyss; Marco Colombini